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Plaintiff Alleges Local Business Violated Accessibility Laws
Scott Johnson has filed a lawsuit against Christopher C. Brown and others over alleged violations of accessibility laws at Tuxedo Fashions in San Jose.
Plaintiffs Accuse Tech Giant Google LLC of Privacy Violations Over Incognito Mode Data Collection
A group led by Amanda Nunez has filed a lawsuit against Google LLC in California's Superior Court alleging unauthorized data collection during private browsing sessions in Chrome's Incognito mode.
Greenberg Traurig’s Nikki E. Dobay to Speak at 31st Annual Paul J. Hartman State and Local Tax Forum
Greenberg Traurig, LLP Tax Practice Shareholder Nikki E. Dobay will speak at the 31st Annual Paul J. Hartman State and Local Tax Forum Oct. 28.
Adam Streisand Named to The Hollywood Reporter’s 2024 List of Top Troubleshooters
For the third consecutive year, Adam Streisand was selected for The Hollywood Reporter’s list of “Troubleshooters.”
Institute for legal reform calls for tighter oversight on third-party litigation funding
Last August, the Institute for Legal Reform released a white paper highlighting concerns about Third-Party Litigation Funding (TPLF), a practice where outside entities finance lawsuits in exchange for a portion of the proceeds.
Attorney General Bonta Issues Warning to Company Facilitating Illegal Robocalls
California Attorney General Rob Bonta today joined the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and a coalition of 51 bipartisan attorneys general in issuing a warning letter to a telecom company responsible for transmitting suspected illegal robocall traffic, including robocalls that impersonated government officials and imitated a hotline used by the Illinois Attorney General’s office.
Appeals court: Class action vs Coinbase can bypass arbitration because seeks 'public relief'
Crytpo company plans to seek California Supreme Court review
Reed Smith IP partner Bill Overend again named a top trade secrets lawyer
Reed Smith is pleased to announce that William R. “Bill” Overend, a trial lawyer focused on high-stakes tech litigation, has been honored by the Daily Journal as one of the Top Trade Secrets Lawyers in California for 2024.
Appeals panel: U.S. can't apply Asylum Transit Rule to illegal immigrants already at the border
A federal appeals court has blocked the Biden administration from forcing illegal immigrants who already were turned away from the border to first apply for "asylum" in Mexico before requesting the same from the U.S. A dissenting judge said the ruling "twists" U.S. asylum law to extend to people who haven't even arrived in the country
Plaintiff alleges rideshare giant's negligence led to assault
In a recent court filing in San Francisco, Jane Doe T.F. has accused Uber Technologies and its subsidiaries of negligence after being assaulted by an Uber driver. Filed on October 8th, this lawsuit highlights serious allegations regarding inadequate safety measures within the company despite prior knowledge of similar incidents involving drivers dating back to at least 2014.
Dominique Chan accuses Patrick Kwun-Lun Lo (individual) of Invasion of Privacy
Dominique Chan has filed a lawsuit against Patrick Kwun-Lun Lo for allegedly installing a hidden tracking device on her vehicle without consent. Filed in the Superior Court of California on October 9th, 2024, this case highlights serious accusations including invasion of privacy and harassment with demands for compensatory and punitive damages.
Plaintiffs Allege Rideshare Giant's Negligence Led to Sexual Assaults
In a significant legal battle unfolding in San Francisco's Superior Court, multiple Jane Does have filed a lawsuit against a leading rideshare company alleging sexual assaults by its drivers due to corporate negligence dating back years. The suit seeks compensatory and punitive damages while demanding systemic changes within the company for enhanced passenger safety measures.
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Cleaning Company After Workplace Injury
Elba Vazquez and her husband have taken legal action against Dave's Building Maintenance following an accident at her workplace that resulted in severe injuries. Filed in San Francisco's Superior Court on October 11th, they seek compensation for negligence-related damages caused by unsafe conditions allegedly created by the company's employee.
Plaintiff sues California Academy Of Sciences for Negligence After Injury on Premises
Alison Nelson has filed a lawsuit against the California Academy Of Sciences following an injury she sustained on their premises due to alleged negligence in maintaining safe conditions. Seeking over $50,000 in damages for pain and suffering as well as economic losses related to medical expenses and lost earnings capacity, Nelson aims for justice through this legal action initiated on October 10th at San Francisco's Superior Court.
G. Michelle Ferreira to Speak at 40th Annual UCLA Tax Controversy Conference
Greenberg Traurig, LLP Tax Practice Co-Chair G. Michelle Ferreira will speak at the UCLA Extension Tax Controversy Conference Oct. 24.
Attorney General Bonta Joins Multistate Amicus Brief Protecting Access to Mifepristone
California Attorney General Rob Bonta today joined a coalition of 18 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in Bryant v. Stein to protect mifepristone access in the state of North Carolina.
Tenderloin residents, hotels cleared to move ahead with suit vs SF over drug, crime 'nuisance'
A federal judge has ruled residents and hoteliers in the Tenderloin have done enough to show the city of San Francisco's policies and actions may have exacerbated the drug, crime and homelessness problems plaguing the neighborhood
Plaintiff alleges City of San Francisco's Negligence Led to Severe Injuries
Candee Lynn Cooper has taken legal action against multiple entities including the City of San Francisco for alleged negligence leading to her severe injuries after a fall on a defective sidewalk in September 2023. Filed in October 2024 at the Superior Court of California for San Francisco County, Cooper seeks compensation for economic losses among other damages with representation from Wilshire Law Firm PLC attorneys Mary L. Caruso and Ethan L. Flinders.
Plaintiffs accuse Uber Technologies of violating NYC Delivery Driver Law
In a recent legal filing against Uber Technologies Inc., two New York-based Uber Eats drivers have alleged violations of city laws meant to protect delivery workers' rights regarding trip information disclosure. Filed on October 9th in San Francisco's Superior Court by Bursor & Fisher P.A., this class action seeks statutory damages for affected drivers who did not receive necessary pickup address details between April 2022 and July 2023.
Construction Worker Alleges Wage Violations Against Former Employer J.B.&B.Construction
A former construction worker has filed a class action lawsuit against J.B.&B.Construction alleging multiple labor law violations including unpaid overtime and failure to provide meal breaks. Filed in Santa Clara County Superior Court by Jose Manuel Martinez Gomez on behalf of similarly affected employees; this case seeks restitution for lost wages along with statutory penalties.